The band members (L-R on stage)

 Rachel Buchanan (fiddle)

Barbara McCormack (fiddle)

Fiona Beyer (cello)

Vince Taylor (double bass)

Francis Mogg (guitar)

Christine Robson (recorder)

Trevor Wilkinson (flute)

Axum Folk Ensemble are an eight piece traditional folk band from the north east of England. They bring traditional tunes from around the British Isles and beyond performed in lush new arrangements. They are available for formal seated concerts, festivals and background music at events.

 Axum formed in 2013 and have performed in many venues over the years including Beamish, The Sage Gateshead (now The Glasshouse); Live Theatre, Newcastle, Tall Ships Festivals in Blyth and Sunderland, Jesmond Festival, Seaton Delaval NT, Cherryburn NT, Gibside NT.  

 “Stunningly beautiful music mixing tradition with invention to deliver a truly haunting sound that draws out every fibre of each tune they approach.”  Tim Carroll, Folkwords

 “Drenched with atmosphere and real emotion.”  The Crack Magazine